Aircraft landing gear system

Aircraft landing gear system is a complicated mechanical and electrical assembly that includes the wheels, brakes, wheel bearings and other related parts. The landing gear systems are designed to safely support the aircraft when it is on the ground. What are Aircraft wheel/tires? Wheels are also known as tires or rims. Wheels provide traction for aircraft during take-off and landing by providing continuous rotation of rotating airfoils (wheels) under thrusting force of engine(s). Wheel design varies in size, shape, material composition and tread pattern according to different conditions such as weight capacity requirement at various speeds. How do Aircraft wheels/tires work? Wheels are designed to absorb the energy from the engines. The wheels are also designed to reduce wear and tear from friction caused by moving parts of aircraft during its operation. The main function of a wheel is that it allows the plane to take off and land safely, without any damage or accident. Wheels have various types such as fixed type, retractable type etc.. Wheel design varies according to different conditions such as weight capacity requirement at various speeds. Brakes are used for braking or slowing down an aircraft in order to stop it on time. Brake systems vary depending upon the kind of aircraft being operated by using brake pads, mechanical devices. The current event I want to reference is the recent F-35 landing gear failure in Okinawa Japan. During an aircraft tow the nose gear malfunctioned causing the aircraft to fall forward. while this system isnt really needed in flight it is vital to have on the ground seeing that this is the only way an aircraft and move around while not in flight.


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